Road users advised to take care as wind warnings remain in place

Drivers are being reminded to slow down on the wet roads this morning and keep further back from the vehicle in front.

A status yellow wind warning remains in place for Leinster, Cavan and Monaghan until 9am.

Wind speeds are expected to reach between 50 and 65 km/h with gusts between 90 and 100 km/h.

The status yellow rain warning that was in place overnight for Connacht, Donegal, Wexford, Wicklow, Clare, Cork, Kerry, Tipperary and Waterford has been lifted.

AA Ireland is warning people to expect debris on the roads and be particularly mindful of vulnerable road users such as cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians.

There are reports of fallen trees in Kildare, Wicklow and Offaly.